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IMD forecasts Delhi heat respite over weekend after 44.3C Wednesday

The India Meteorological Department forecasts significant rainfall for Delhi from May 29 to May 31, 2026. This is expected to bring relief, lowering maximum temperatures in the national capital to 35-37 degrees Celsius.

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May 28, 2026 · 1 min read
IMD forecasts Delhi heat respite over weekend after 44.3C Wednesday

Key Takeaways

  • These expected rains are projected to lower the maximum temperature across the national capital to between 35-37 degrees Celsius.
  • On Wednesday (May 27, 2026), Delhi continued to experience extreme heat, as the maximum temperature soared to 44.
  • The city has been grappling with intense heat for several days.

Residents of Delhi can anticipate relief from scorching temperatures this weekend, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting significant rainfall from Friday (May 29, 2026) through Sunday (May 31, 2026).

These expected rains are projected to lower the maximum temperature across the national capital to between 35-37 degrees Celsius. The city has been grappling with intense heat for several days.

On Wednesday (May 27, 2026), Delhi continued to experience extreme heat, as the maximum temperature soared to 44.

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